Articles by Rhys Wood, Hardware Editor

Rhys is TRG's Hardware Editor, and has been part of the TechRadar team for over four years. Particularly passionate about high-quality third-party controllers and headsets, Rhys strives to provide easy-to-read, informative coverage on gaming hardware of all kinds. As for the games themselves, Rhys is especially keen on fighting and racing games, as well as soulslikes and RPGs.

Articles by: Rhys Wood

An Xbox Series X console on an orange background beside an Xbox Series X Digital Edition on a green background

Yet another Xbox price hike in the US makes Microsoft's consoles even harder to recommend

By Rhys Wood published 22 September 25

Yes, another Xbox console price hike is due to hit US markets in early October.

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is one of the best racing games in years

By Rhys Wood published 18 September 25

Recommended

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds isn’t just the best racing game of the year; it brings a confidence and energy that the genre has rarely seen over the past decade and a half. Here's TRG's full review.

Logitech G launches RS50 racing sim products, including an all-new wheel base, racing wheel, and pedals

By Rhys Wood published 17 September 25

Logitech's RS50 racing sim products are all available to buy now.

I love the idea of the Asus ROG Xbox Ally, but after trying it out at Gamescom 2025, I won’t be ditching my Switch 2 anytime soon

By Rhys Wood published 16 September 25

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally might be technically impressive, but my gaming experience with it was unsatisfying.

I spoke to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac’s producers about the two-way collaboration and what excites them most about the upcoming kart racer

By Rhys Wood published 15 September 25

I chatted with Sega’s Takashi Iizuka and Bandai Namco’s Yuji Yoshii at Gamescom 2025.

I had low expectations for Borderlands 4 – but it’s now one of my favorite games of the year

By Rhys Wood published 11 September 25

Borderlands 4 is a roaring success, firmly finding its feet after two incredibly divisive entries.

Before you tackle Elden Ring Nightreign's Deep of Night content, you'll probably want to check out the game's latest balance changes

By Rhys Wood published 11 September 25

Elden Ring Nightreign gets a massive balancing update alongside today's free Deep of Night expansion.

Massive Nintendo Direct confirmed this week - here's where and how to watch live

By Rhys Wood published 10 September 25

Nintendo has confirmed its next Direct will take place this week.

Pokémon Legends Z-A pre-orders have some great free gifts depending on where you shop – here's where you can get them

By Rhys Wood published 10 September 25

Pokémon Legends Z-A pre-orders are different across many retailers, with each offering their own exclusive free gifts.

Turok: Origins nails the series’ prehistoric sci-fi setting, but you’ll definitely want a couple of friends to get the most out of it

By Rhys Wood published 9 September 25

Turok: Origins has a strong understanding of the series’ aesthetic, but I have concerns over the co-op game’s longevity.

Silksong's brutal Steel Soul mode can be unlocked without beating the game – here's how

By Rhys Wood published 9 September 25

If you somehow thought your first Silksong playthrough wasn't hard enough, here's how you can unlock Steel Soul mode without beating the game.

I want to love Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, but its empty world and listless combat scupper a promising mech action game

By Rhys Wood published 8 September 25

Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion offers a lot to like, but also plenty to make the experience feel lacking.

Chinese-speaking Silksong players are calling out the game's lackluster translation, and Team Cherry has promised improvements

By Rhys Wood published 8 September 25

Silksong players in China aren't happy about the game's translation, but Team Cherry promises improvements 'over the coming weeks'.

Despite bringing Steam to its knees, Silksong attracted more day one players than the Battlefield 6 open beta

By Rhys Wood published 5 September 25

After a single day, Silksong currently ranks as the seventh highest peak concurrent player count for a single-player game on Steam.

I played Pokémon Legends Z-A at Gamescom 2025, and its semi-real-time battle system is giving vintage Final Fantasy

By Rhys Wood published 5 September 25

After a rough patch, Pokémon Legends Z-A might genuinely be the tonic the franchise needs.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword channels what made the PS2 originals so great, while adding brutally cinematic flair to its combat

By Rhys Wood published 4 September 25

Onimusha: Way of the Sword drips with atmosphere as much as Miyamoto’s katana does with demonic blood.

Thrustmaster marketing manager says you 'just can't afford the force feedback' if you want to get an entry level wheel like its new T98 to sell for under $100 - but it does make it safer for kids

By Demi Williams published 4 September 25

Thrustmaster's new, Ferrari-licensed T98 is a low-cost steering wheel for kids and first-time users, but this meant the creators couldn't add one key feature.

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Own a PlayStation Link gaming headset adapter? It just got a huge firmware update that adds PC compatibility

By Rhys Wood published 4 September 25

PlayStation Link's PC functionality just got a huge upgrade with compatible gaming headsets.